Pam Grier Reveals Lingering Injuries from 'Foxy Brown' Stunts, Lacks Stunt Double
Actress Pam Grier discusses the enduring physical toll of her pioneering role in 'Foxy Brown,' highlighting the lack of stunt support in the 1970s.
- Pam Grier still suffers from injuries incurred during the filming of 'Foxy Brown' nearly 50 years ago, a role in which she performed her own stunts.
- Grier's experience sheds light on the challenges faced by women in action roles, particularly in the patriarchal Hollywood of the 1970s.
- The actress hopes to showcase these struggles and her stunt work in an upcoming series based on her memoir, 'Foxy: My Life in Three Acts.'
- Grier credits her role in paving the way for modern female action stars, noting the industry's progress in recognizing and supporting stuntwomen.
- Her reflections come as she marks the 50th anniversary of 'Foxy Brown,' emphasizing the long-term impact of her physical commitments to the role.